HIEMT Pelvic Chair Training Contents

HIEMT Pelvic Chair: Instructions

Pre-Treatment Preparation

Patient Positioning

Treatment Procedure

Monitoring During Therapy

Post-Treatment

Common Positioning Errors to Avoid

Conclusion

HIEMT Pelvic Chair: Instructions

Purpose

The HIEMT device uses high-intensity electromagnetic energy to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles. Patients will experience intense contractions and a tingling sensation during treatment, which are beneficial and expected outcomes.

Pre-Treatment Preparation

  1. Review Medical History
    • Identify any contraindications, including but not limited to:
      • Metal implants
      • Pregnancy
      • Tumors
      • Heart disorders
    • Refer to the operator’s manual for a comprehensive list of contraindications and precautions.
  2. Remove Metal Objects
    • Instruct the patient to remove all metal objects, including:
      • Jewellery
      • Phones
      • Coins
      • Credit cards

Patient Positioning

  1. Seating Position
    • Have the patient sit in the centre of the chair.
    • Adjust the chair height using the remote control so that
      • Legs are perpendicularly flexed.
      • The feet are flat on the ground.
  2. Leg Alignment
    • Position legs slightly abducted and externally rotated.
    • Knees should be directly above the feet.
  3. Pelvic Positioning
    • Align the pelvis with the treatment zone, adjusting forward or backward based on the target area.
  4. Upper Body Alignment
    • Ensure the patient maintains:
      • A straight spine.
      • Relaxed arms resting on thighs.
  5. Verification
    • Confirm the patient’s position is correct before proceeding.

Treatment Procedure

  1. Program Selection
    • Select the appropriate gender and intensity level from the preset programs on the device.
  2. Start Therapy
    • Press “Start” to begin the treatment.
  3. Adjust Intensity
    • Gradually increase intensity based on the patient’s tolerance.
    • The patient should feel gentle pulses over the perineum and pelvic floor muscles.
  4. Fine-Tune Positioning
    • If necessary, adjust the patient’s position slightly forward, backward, or to the sides to ensure proper targeting.
    • Maintain leg alignment and upright posture.

Monitoring During Therapy

  • The process is hands-free, allowing for intermittent operator checks.
  • Encourage the patient to relax (e.g., by reading or watching TV).
  • The session ends automatically when the treatment is complete.

Post-Treatment

  1. Feedback and Safety Check
    • Confirm there are no adverse effects.
    • Collect patient feedback on comfort and treatment effectiveness.

Common Positioning Errors to Avoid

  • Leaning on the backrest.
  • Hunching the back.
  • Lifting feet off the ground.
  • Crossing legs.
  • Overly wide leg positioning or internal leg rotation.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can ensure safe and effective HIEMT therapy, providing optimal results for the patient.